Recreation Leader Part-Time/Seasonal
Are you looking for a fun, fast-paced part-time position? Do you like to lead and engage activities and programs for all ages in our community? If so, the Recreation Leader position might be right for you!
The Recreation Leader works directly with other departmental staff members to provide assistance in the administration of programs and activities such as the Afterschool Program, Alta Vista... Community Center, Teen Programs, and Senior Programs. We also have summertime seasonal opportunities available for cashiers and maintenance staff at Seaside Lagoon.
This post is continuous and may close at any time without notice. Prompt application is encouraged. Only those applicants selected for follow-up will receive notifications beyond application submission. This is a part-time/seasonal, non-exempt, hourly position designated as at-will and ineligible for City benefits.
The duties for this part-time position may include but not be limited to the following: Participating in staff trainings and meetings, promoting the program, recruiting participants, keeping accurate records, ensuring participant safety, and planning, organizing, leading, and supervising daily activities. Activities include but are not limited to group games, sports, arts and crafts, special events and contests. Employees may be required to perform other related duties as assigned.
Avialable Opportunities and Schedules:
Afterschool Program: 2:30pm-6:00pm, Monday-Friday
Alta Vista Facility: 7:30am-9:00pm, 4 to 6 hour shift per day
Senior Centers: 9:00am-6:00pm, Monday-Friday, 4 to 6 hour shift per day
Summer Camp Counselor: Full day June- August
Seaside Lagoon Cashier and Maintenance: Seasonally, from May - September of each year
Opportunities to work other programs and events throughout the year
Approximately 20 hours per week and up to 950 hours per year
Qualifications include:
Effective leadership skills; creativity; good decision making; ability to exercise appropriate judgment; ability to teach; ability to lead by example. Candidates must be at least 16 years old to apply.
Desired education and/or experience:
Preferably some college credit in related field of study; experience working with children and/or seniors; experience leading recreation programs, and leadership skills.
Applicants must:
Be at least 16 years old to apply
If under the age of 18, you are required to submit a work permit
Have reliable transportation
Possession of a valid California Driver License is recommended
POSITION INFORMATION, SALARY, AND ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNTIES:
Temporary, part-time (PT), at-will position
Salary at $16.00/hr. to $17.00/hr. depending on qualifications
Opportunity to promote to part-time Assistant Recreation Coordinator and/or part-time Program Coordinator, based on work experience and performance as Recreation Leader I/II
SELECTION PROCESS:
The selection process may include but is not limited to: application review and evaluation, written examination, performance test and interview. All employment offers made by the City are contingent upon establishing proof of a prospective candidate's legal authorization to work in the United States and successfully passing all components of the pre-employment process, such as: Reference check, background investigation, fingerprint criminal history check, post-offer drug test, post-offer psychological and post-offer medical examination, the cost of which will be borne by the City.
Candidates must fill out the employment application and supplemental questions completely and accurately. Incomplete applications, including references to "see resume" are considered incomplete and will be disqualified.
The City of Redondo Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Candidates with a disability who may need accommodation during the selection process must notify the Human Resources Department at least five (5) business days in advance of the test date.
Note: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice
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The Recreation Leader works directly with other departmental staff members to provide assistance in the administration of programs and activities such as the Afterschool Program, Alta Vista... Community Center, Teen Programs, and Senior Programs. We also have summertime seasonal opportunities available for cashiers and maintenance staff at Seaside Lagoon.
This post is continuous and may close at any time without notice. Prompt application is encouraged. Only those applicants selected for follow-up will receive notifications beyond application submission. This is a part-time/seasonal, non-exempt, hourly position designated as at-will and ineligible for City benefits.
The duties for this part-time position may include but not be limited to the following: Participating in staff trainings and meetings, promoting the program, recruiting participants, keeping accurate records, ensuring participant safety, and planning, organizing, leading, and supervising daily activities. Activities include but are not limited to group games, sports, arts and crafts, special events and contests. Employees may be required to perform other related duties as assigned.
Avialable Opportunities and Schedules:
Afterschool Program: 2:30pm-6:00pm, Monday-Friday
Alta Vista Facility: 7:30am-9:00pm, 4 to 6 hour shift per day
Senior Centers: 9:00am-6:00pm, Monday-Friday, 4 to 6 hour shift per day
Summer Camp Counselor: Full day June- August
Seaside Lagoon Cashier and Maintenance: Seasonally, from May - September of each year
Opportunities to work other programs and events throughout the year
Approximately 20 hours per week and up to 950 hours per year
Qualifications include:
Effective leadership skills; creativity; good decision making; ability to exercise appropriate judgment; ability to teach; ability to lead by example. Candidates must be at least 16 years old to apply.
Desired education and/or experience:
Preferably some college credit in related field of study; experience working with children and/or seniors; experience leading recreation programs, and leadership skills.
Applicants must:
Be at least 16 years old to apply
If under the age of 18, you are required to submit a work permit
Have reliable transportation
Possession of a valid California Driver License is recommended
POSITION INFORMATION, SALARY, AND ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNTIES:
Temporary, part-time (PT), at-will position
Salary at $16.00/hr. to $17.00/hr. depending on qualifications
Opportunity to promote to part-time Assistant Recreation Coordinator and/or part-time Program Coordinator, based on work experience and performance as Recreation Leader I/II
SELECTION PROCESS:
The selection process may include but is not limited to: application review and evaluation, written examination, performance test and interview. All employment offers made by the City are contingent upon establishing proof of a prospective candidate's legal authorization to work in the United States and successfully passing all components of the pre-employment process, such as: Reference check, background investigation, fingerprint criminal history check, post-offer drug test, post-offer psychological and post-offer medical examination, the cost of which will be borne by the City.
Candidates must fill out the employment application and supplemental questions completely and accurately. Incomplete applications, including references to "see resume" are considered incomplete and will be disqualified.
The City of Redondo Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Candidates with a disability who may need accommodation during the selection process must notify the Human Resources Department at least five (5) business days in advance of the test date.
Note: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice
Apply Now